After Trump call, Russia agrees to pause attacks on Kyiv amid cold spell
The Kremlin says it’s agreed to halt attacks on Kyiv and nearby towns until February 1, after a request from the US.
US Department of Justice releases 3 million new Epstein documents
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche says Friday’s release fulfills a requirement established by congressional law.
Guterres warns UN faces ‘imminent financial collapse’
UN chief Antonio Guterres calls on member states to address unpaid dues and overhaul world body’s financial rules.
Confusion grows over state of US-Iran negotiations
The US and Iran both say they want a diplomatic solution to their standoff and regional players are increasingly active.
Can Trump’s ‘madman theory’ reshape Iran and the Middle East?
The ’madman theory’ aims to pressure adversaries but risks backfiring when opponents feel they have nothing to lose.
MSF says it will not hand over staff details to Israeli authorities
The Israel’s military has killed more than 1,700 health workers since the start of the war.
Journalist Don Lemon arrested in connection to Minnesota ICE protest
Press freedom groups decry arrest of former CNN anchor as lawyer pledges to fight charges ’vigorously’.
US-Iran tensions: The diplomatic scramble to prevent a war
Facing the prospect of US strikes, Iran has intensified diplomatic efforts with countries including Turkiye.
Trump nominates Kevin Warsh to replace Powell as fed chair
Nomination comes as Trump heaps pressure on Powell to cut interest rates; Warsh to face challenging Senate confirmation.
Djokovic beats Sinner as history and Alcaraz await in Australian Open final
Novak Djokovic stuns reigning two-time champion Jannik Sinner to set up Australian Open final against Carlos Alcaraz.